Find a Cure for the WInter Blues at the Jacob Javits Center

Those living in New York City and the tri-state area who are tired of the onslaught of snow can escape from the winter blahs at the 2010 New York Times Travel Show. Here one can find their next vacation spot by perusing the offerings of nearly 500 exhibitors, who are representing tourism markets in Africa, Asia, Australia/South Pacific, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Mexico, South America and the United States. In today's tight economy, budget conscious travelers can pursue travel deals that will be available only at the show.

Featured show highlights include:

• International Dance and Live Music performances

• International Food and Wine Tastings

• "Wild Things: Live!" Animal educators from SeaWorld Orlando will introduce exotic animals including penguins, an American alligator, a lemur, a kookaburra, a Burmese python, a bearded dragon and a baby kangaroo

• Travel Seminars with experts like Arthur and Pauline Frommer; Joseph Rosendo, host of PBS's "Travelscope:"and Patricia Schultz, author of the international bestseller, "1,000 Places to See Before You Die

• Mini outdoor adventure experiences courtesy of the family friendly on-site 5,000-gallon scuba pool or the 24-foot rock climbing wall.

The exhibition hall will be open to the public on Saturday, February 27^th from 10am-6p and Sunday, February 28^th from 10am-4pm. One day adult tickets cost $15 (American Express cardholders get a $5.00 discount on tickets). Children under 18 are admitted free with parental supervision. For further information, log on to www.nytimes.com/travelshow.

Adults wishing to continue sampling some international delights can check out the New York Wine Expo, which is also held at the Javits Center and open to the public on February 26^th and 27^th. Every attendee will receive a souvenir glass at the Grand Tasting, which will feature more than 600 wines from around with globe with a focus on Italian, German, Australian, and South American favorites, as well as local New York, Oregon and California wines. In addition to wine tastings, attendees can enjoy complimentary food samples and check out the latest wine accessories. Wine seminars will be offered for an additional fee. The wine expo is open on Friday, February 26^th from 6pm to 10pm (ticket price $85) and Saturday, February 27^th from 2pm to 6pm (ticket price $95). Advance ticket purchase is recommended. To buy tickets or for additional event information, visit www.NewYorkWineExpo.com .